Bolivia vs Paraguay Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL Qualifiers, November 19, 2024
Bolivia vs Paraguay Preview
- Date: Tuesday, November 19
- Kick-off Time: 8:00 pm GMT
- Venue: Estadio Municipal El Alto, Bolivia
Matchday 12 in the CONMEBOL FIFA World Cup qualifiers will include Bolivia and Paraguay taking on each other at the Estadio Municipal El Alto on Tuesday evening. The South American World Cup qualifiers are one of the most important rounds of fixtures in a football calendar. Bolivia is in the eighth spot with 12 points and is currently facing elimination. Paraguay, on the other hand, has occupied the last qualification place as of now and will be eager not to lose that with just seven matches to go.
Bolivia’s last two matches have broken the streak of three winning games. The national team faced two heavy defeats against Argentina and Ecuador, conceding a total of 10 goals in the two outings and scoring none. The two results have pushed Bolivia down the pecking order in the CONMEBOL qualifiers. The country also has to deal with an atrocious goal difference of negative 14 which can prove to be crucial in the latter stages of qualification.
Paraguay is ranked 55th in the FIFA World Rankings. Until now, the country has justified that position with its performances in the qualification stages. Paraguay is blessed with multiple talented players which should earn them a place at the coveted 2026 World Cup. The Paraguay National Team is unbeaten in five matches but has also failed to find the back of the net in two away encounters. It will certainly be an interesting spectate to witness Paraguay against Bolivia to find out which statistic gets the upper hand on the day.
Bolivia National Football Team News
Bolivian coach Oscar Villegas will not need to worry about injury—or suspension-related absentees. On Tuesday, Villegas will have the full squad available at his disposal.
Paraguay National Football Team News
Paraguay tends to take shape in an orthodox 4-4-2 formation. The structure allows Paraguay to form two lines of four and keep the opponents at bay. However, runners from midfield will be necessary to get into the box and support the strikers.
Bolivia vs Paraguay Predicted Lineups
Bolivia National Football Team Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Viscarra
Defenders: Rocha, Morales, Sagredo, Vaca
Midfielders: Villamil, Cuellar, Terrazas
Forwards: Menacho, Paz, Monteiro
Paraguay National Football Team Predicted Lineup (4-4-2)
Goalkeeper: Fernandez
Defenders: Velazquez, Gomez, Alderete, Alonso
Midfielders: Gomez, Cubas, Bobadilla, Almiron
Forwards: Enciso, Sanabria
Bolivia vs Paraguay H2H Record
Bolivia and Paraguay have not drawn any of their last three matches against each other. Overall, in the last five head-to-head meetings, both nations have won two games while one contest ended in a draw.
| Result | Year and Competition |
| Paraguay 1-0 Bolivia | 2023, World Cup Qualifiers |
| Bolivia 4-0 Paraguay | 2021, World Cup Qualifiers |
| Paraguay 3-1 Bolivia | 2021, Copa America |
| Paraguay 2-2 Bolivia | 2020, World Cup Qualifiers |
| Bolivia 1-0 Paraguay | 2016, World Cup Qualifiers |
Key Players to Watch in Bolivia vs Paraguay
Miguel Almiron (Paraguay)
Paraguay’s hopes of finding the back of the net away from home after the two games will be dependent on the performance of Miguel Almiron. The talented South American usually plays as a right-winger for his club, Newcastle United but can expect to be deployed on the left-side of the midfield against Bolivia. Almiron has got a wonderful left foot which will be put to use to deliver crosses and create an overload on the Bolivian right flank. Miguel Almiron has seven goals in 60 appearances for the Paraguay National Team.
Julio Enciso (Paraguay)
Julio Enciso is regarded as one of the most talented midfielders in the Premier League but his shooting abilities will have him occupy the centre-forward role for Paraguay. Enciso will be required to play-off the target man and exploit the spaces left behind. He has a knack for finding the back of the net from long distances which can prove to be useful if Bolivia sets up in a low block.
Bolivia vs Paraguay Prediction
The only factor pointing against a favourable result for Paraguay is the home advantage for Bolivia. Nevertheless, the visitors will be eager to break their goalless streak away from home.
Predicted Score: Bolivia 1-3 Paraguay
Where to watch Bolivia vs Paraguay Live?
| Country | Where to watch |
| USA | Fanatiz USA |
| UK | Premier Sports 1 |
| India | FanCode |
| Bolivia | FBF Play |
| Paraguay | SNT Paraguay, Trece |
FAQs
Q. When is Bolivia vs Paraguay?
The Bolivia vs Paraguay match will be played on 19ᵗʰ November at the Estadio Municipal El Alto, Bolivia.
Q. Where to watch Bolivia vs Paraguay live for free?
The Bolivia vs Paraguay match can be watched on SBS Sport.
Q. What is the predicted score in Bolivia vs Paraguay?
Our predicted score for the upcoming Bolivia vs Paraguay fixture is 3-1 to Paraguay.
Q. What is the head-to-head record for Bolivia vs Paraguay?
The last five meetings between Bolivia and Paraguay have ended in two victories for Bolivia, two for Paraguay and a draw with an aggregate score of 8-6.